Iím getting around to what needs to be done to the boat. Itís pretty hard to accomplish these things because I'm in an apartment but I try. Here are the first pictures of the platform (its gross) after I backed into a tree and after about 20 min of sanding (my arm is KILLING me). I need to buy a electric sander. I removed the damaged piece so I can replace it. Anybody have suggestions that might help me out?

I bought a cheapy Black and Decker Mouse sander. It has attachments that can get between the slats and fit into the grooves on mine. Search for the thread "Swim platforms can be beautiful". Detailed article on Teak platforms using 100,000 grit sand paper and Teak Sealer. His is nicer then the trim in my house! Travis